Home > Gastroenterology > Acid Reflux Alternative Treatments Get the Flash Player to see this player. Rate: (Click the stars to rate) Published on Jan 14, 2011 by LiverDoc, Views: 4880 Alternative treatments for acid reflux may include losing weight, initiating an exercise program and avoiding late-night meals and spicy foods. Find out how effervescent water can be mixed with bicarbonate to alleviate symptoms of acid reflux with help from a gastroenterologist in this free video on acid reflux treatments.